LiveStrong Fitness LS7.9T Treadmill Review

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The  LiveStrong Fitness LS7.9T treadmill fits squarely into the budget category.  This is a light weight machine designed primarily for walkers.  People will buy it and jog on it, and it will probably hold up well for the majority of them, but the ideal customer is someone who wants to walk in the comfort of their home and who is not excessively overweight.

The LiveStrong Fitness brand is built by Johnson Inc., who also builds Vision Fitness and Horizon Fitness. It was a rather brilliant marketing ploy to work in conjunction with Lance Armstrong's charitable organization.   In exchange for using the "LiveStrong Fitness" brand name, Johnson got the product endorsement of Lance Armstrong and agreed to donate a set amount of money towards the LiveStrong Cancer foundation. 

Note: As of 7/29/10 the LiveStrong Fitness LS7.9T treadmill was selling for $799 with inside shipping. Go to LiveStrongFitness.com for the latest price.*

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The LiveStrong Fitness treadmills tend to be a hybrid of Vision and Horizon machines.  In speaking to a company representative, she told me that it was important to build high caliber treadmills that reflect the exceptional career of Lance Armstrong and his accomplishment, professionally and personally with his charitable endeavors.

The LiveStrong Fitness LS7.9T treadmill is their entry model.  It compete directly with other budget models from ProForm and NordicTrack. How does it compare?  That is to be seen over the long run.  However, having been on the treadmill it felt relatively stable for the price.  The deck does an adequate job absorbing shock and the machine is fairly quiet.   Some of the more important features you want out of your treadmill.

Regarding the rest of the features on the LiveStrong Fitness LS7.9T treadmill.  They are fairly standard.  You get a 2.5 continuous duty hp motor.  The continuous duty designation, is the horsepower that the motor can run at effortlessly.  This size motor is good for walkers and light joggers.

There is a 20" x 55" walking surface.  Many manufacturers define the length in terms of the treadbelt.  Which often means there is an inch of two that is covered with a shroud.  So the LS7.9T comes with a walking surface that is probably a couple of inches longer than most models in this price range.

The LS7.9T comes with speakers and MP3 input.  A feature that is becoming standard on most new treadmills.  The sound is adequate, however having speakers built-in is preferable to running with headphones.   There is also a fan in the console, which is becoming another popular feature.

There are 9 workout programs, plus there is the LiveTrack Fitness Journal. You have the ability to store and monitor your progress on your treadmill over a daily, weekly or monthly basis.

Our Review - LiveStrong Fitness LS7.9T

If you are in the market for a fairly stable walking machine the LiveStrong Fitness LS7.9T should be a consideration.  In talking to the company they mentioned that they were taking some of the best features and components from their other brands to build the LiveStrong.  Of course, this a $799 treadmill with shipping.  So there has to be compromises in the components and the engineering.  In testing the LS7.9T also side the LS9.9t, there was an apparent difference in the stability, shock absorption and how quiet the machine ran.

This is not a heavy duty running machine.  It is best used for moderate use, by individuals of moderate weight.  Disregard the 300 lbs. suggested weight limit.  That is excessive.

That said, the LS7.9T is probably one of the better buys at $799.  It may lack some of the bells and whistles found on ProForm and NordicTrack treadmills, but it is potentially more durable.

Go to LiveStrongFitness.com to learn more!

Also see:

LiveStrong LS16.9T Treadmill Review

LiveStrong LS9.9T Treadmill Review

LiveStrong LS12.9T Treadmill Review